reading : Native Son. I didn't have any free time to read during the week, but my DC-NYC bus ride has given me a good opportunity to get back into it!
writing : Err, okay, so I totally failed on this front last week. As it turns out, blogging while working full-time is preeeettty hard. I only put up two posts, one of which was the Sunday Currently. I have posts ready to go, but I have yet to tie up a few loose ends before hitting "Publish." Perhaps this week will be better? I think Blogtember will be a big help...
listening : To the AC running in the living room. White noise is so soothing this morning.
thinking : About how wonderful these ladies are and how much I need to make them a larger part of my life. It's hard living in different cities, but putting in the effort to be present for each other lives is important. I'm realizing just how much I missed them.
smelling : Cold air? It's a welcome change from the HOT stale air of the subway platform, that's for sure.
wishing : For no rain today. I have only one pair of sandals with me, and I don't want them to get soaked! Plus, I would like wear my maxi dress tonight, and I don't want the bottom to get wet from puddles.
hoping : For increased energy this week. Work is gradually getting busier and more jam-packed, and I need to hit my stride so that I'm not quite so dependent on caffeine to stay alert. Momentum, feel free to arrive soon.
wearing : PJs. Being in the city this weekend reminds of how different NYC and DC are in terms of fashion. I rarely feel self-conscious about my preppy J Crew outfits in DC, but in New York there is definitely pressure to be hipstery cool and trendy. I don't think I'm quite there yet, though, as today's planned outfit involves mint J Crew shorts and a navy blue anchor blouse. :)
loving : My friends! I love laughing with them, walking with them, and being with them.
wanting : A cold glass of water and a tasty brunch.
needing : More moments like yesterday. They're good for the soul.
feeling : Thankful for the overwhelmingly good prognosis for my friend's cancer treatment!!!!! I learned yesterday that her doctors are cutting out her last 4 scheded rounds of chemo, which means that she will be done in September!!! I am so excited at how well she has responded, and I am so thankful for the thoughts and prayers so many of you have offered for her. I really do believe that those things matter. Thank you!
clicking : On the many many blogs I have not read for the past several days... though to be honest, it's probably going to be a while until I'm completely caught up. Live life first, go on internet later. We have brunches to eat and laughs to have!
Last week on The Quixotic Chica:
